Surgical Technologist II- Outpatient Surgery Center Spotlight
- Location: Portland, ME
- Facility: Maine Medical Center
- Schedule - Shift - Hours: Full Time - Day Shift
New Grads are eligible for a $3000 Sign on Bonus
Relocation for Approved Offers
Eligible candidates are Certified Surgical Technologists.
Previous MMC and MaineHealth employees with more than 3 months of separation are eligible. Current MMC and MaineHealth employees are not eligible.
Position Summary
This is a Monday-Friday day shift position (4-10 hour shifts with 1 flexible day off). Closed Major Holidays. No weekends and no on-call requirement past 2300.
The Scarborough Surgery Center provides care to patients of all ages, requiring procedures such as but not limited to Total Joint Replacement, Robotics, Neuro, ENT, Ortho, GYN/GU. The center is designed around the comfort of patients requiring surgeries that may require an overnight stay. This freestanding, 59,000-SF outpatient surgical center is set on a remote campus and includes:
- 10 operating rooms
- 31 pre- and post-op rooms
Performs first scrub role on core cases of assigned services. Directly assists the surgeon by passing sterile instruments and supplies at the sterile field. Demonstrates ability to anticipate surgeon's requests on core cases of assigned services, expediting the process of surgery and improving patient outcomes. Shares responsibility with the RN for countable items at the field.
Demonstrates knowledge of medications and uses in the Operating Room. Assists with the mixing and administration of heparin, local anesthesia, radiology contrast dyes, antibiotic solutions, Papaverin, Thrombin. Properly labels all medication on the sterile field. Able to meet the specific care needs of the patient as relates to the patient's age group.
When performing second scrub role, responsibilities include holding retractors, sponging, or suctioning the operative site as directed by the surgeon. Understand and properly use instrumentation/equipment, considering the maintenance, safety, and availability. Participates in the teaching of staff and students appropriate to one’s experience.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: N/A
- License/Certifications: Certification required within three months of employment or at the discretion of the Department Director.
- Experience: One year of surgical technology work experience is required at this level. Possesses knowledge of multiple types of equipment pertinent to the Surgical Technologist role including but not limited to: cell saver, laser, ultradrive, cusa, steris, autoclaves, cautery, laparoscopic video system, endoscopic tower.
- Possesses knowledge of contents of multiple specialty instrument trays for assigned service.
- Demonstrates the required knowledge and technical skills to perform core Operating Room procedures and specialty procedures in assigned services. Surgical procedures include but are not limited to: scheduled general, cardiac, neuro, pediatric, multiple trauma, GYN, GU, vascular, orthopedics, as well as common emergencies.
- Knowledge of aseptic technique and operating room standards and procedures, acquired through completion of a course in an approved school of Surgical Technology.
- Interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with others.
- Ability to stand continually for several hours, and to move, position, transport patients, stretchers, equipment, etc.
- Ability to concentrate on detail and adjust quickly to changes of assignment.
Additional Information
Maine Medical Center is a Magnet designated 700-bed tertiary care and teaching institution. MMC is Maine's largest hospital and a state-wide health care resource. MMC offers outstanding career opportunities and quality of life in Portland.
MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for Covid-19 and influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.
MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
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